This issue introduces us to the one who appears to be the youngest of the bunch. Superman 75 the death of superman, volume 2 comic january 1, 1993 by brett breeding artist, dan jurgens author visit amazons dan jurgens page. This page lists prices for the first 100 issues of supermans appearances in his solo series, which began in 1939. Its mongul and the cyborg superman against superman, superboy, supergirl, steel, the eradicator, and hal jordan in what remains of coast city. Death of superman comic book value price guide comics. Values of adventures of superman free comic book values. What is the value of superman issue 75 the death of superman. It doesnt matter if its a superman comic book, comic spiderman, x men comic or old title that nobody has heard of it can hold value, first you need to find out what type it is and age. Dec 30, 2017 it depends on the edition, condition, etc. Which is the most expensive superman comic of all time. Superman is an ongoing american comic book series featuring the dc comics superhero superman as its main protagonist.
Jul 04, 2019 i worked at a comic shop at the time that book came out. These include the later 10 cent issues and all 12 cent issues, which ended in mid1969. Excellent, likenew condition no tears, creases, or marks. Find the value of the dc comic adventures of superman volume 1. This page lists prices for the first 100 issues of superman s appearances in his solo series, which began in 1939. Customer testimonials mailing list join our mailing list for news and sales. If ordering more than one of our comics or magazines, contact us before submitting payment for a reduced shipping price. Superman and doomsday just exchange blows one after another. If you are in the market to buy or sell a death of superman trade paperback comic book, make sure you know which version you have. Frankly, i view that particular marketing event as being the greatest catastrophe to strike the world of comics since the kefauver senate hearings of 1955. View market values for books, store your collection, and meet fellow comic fans.
At the end of last weeks column, i promised you that i would discuss this week the impact that the 1992 death of superman promotion had on the world of comics. Top 60 most valuable comic books from the modern age. Customer testimonials our customers have some nice things to say about us. Jun 14, 20 i would have to imagine that this comic presented an incredible challenge for ordway when he wrote it 199293. The crossover, which originated from editor mike carlin and writers dan jurgens, roger stern, louise simonson, jerry ordway, and karl kesel, began in december 1992 and lasted until october 1993. Superman engages in battle with a seemingly unstoppable killing machine. Action comics 1 this is the book that started it all. This faq gives comic book readers an introduction to the events surrounding zero hour. Find out what your superman or action comics are worth at sell my comic books. I worked at a comic shop at the time that book came out. What is the value of superman issue 75 the death of. This faq tries to keep new readers from wondering about the background information.
Superman book dc comics nip new limited no 1 death sealed super hero in plastic. Superman 75 here lies earth greatest hero jan 1993. The hero file spotlights wonder woman and features illustrations by kevin nowlan based on a design by eric shanower. The platinum edition, for example, goes for a lot more than the others. Superman the return of superman tpb 1993 dc 1st edition. Record price paid for first superman comic book voice of. Very fine the worlds most famous superhero succumbs to the injuries inflicted by doomsday. He and his twin brother operate two blogs dedicated to science fiction and fantasy films, the geek twins and film sketchr. Superman the death of superman tpb 1993 dc 1st edition comic. The top superman comic books for collectorsinvestors. Ive also posted more lists of key comic books by year including other decades. How much is the original death of superman comic worth. Since his debut, superman has been a cultural icon in the united states. List of important comics from the 1990s rare comics.
The man of steel comic books featured stores intertwined with those in these other titles. On the first episode of comic book hunter i am on the hunt for the death of superman. The regular issue cost 75 cents, this being the early90s. The death of superman is a comic book storyline culminating in superman vol. View market values for books, store your collection, and meet fellow comic. Find all the books, read about the author, and more. She contacts inspector henderson and they go to centennial park to inspect superman s tomb beneath his memorial statue. Purchasing items with the hope of reselling them for a profit is known as prospecting, and is one of the most challenging aspects of buying comic books. The death of superman set comics general cgc comic book.
Superman is a superhero created by jerry siegel and joe shuster who appears in american comic books published by dc comics. The character regularly appears in comic books published by dc comics, and has been adapted to a number of radio serials, movies, and television shows superman was born on the planet. Milestone, paradox press, piranha press, tangent comics, vertigo, wildstorm. The story followed events that first took place during the death of superman storyline, as well as the followup storyarc funeral for a friend.
The most valuable version is the platinum edition, that was given to dealers who sent back a survey to dc comics in 1992 1993. You can also drill down and see the top 50 marvel comics of 1993, top 50 d. Maurice mitchell is a sciencefiction and comic book critic, blogger, and journalist. Siegel and shuster introduce the world to superman. An opened version would depend on the condition of the actual comic book. Superman the death of superman tpb 1993 dc 1st edition comic books.
It was part of a series referencing the death of superman. Ungraded books are worth less esp if youre trying to sell. After dc sent shockwaves throughout the comic book industry with the death of superman, the publisher had to admit six months later with this resurrection arc that supermans tragic end was basically a big publicity stunt. The price of the death of superman comic book will vary depending on the condition. Comics of 1993 to repeat the caveat i gave on the main 1990s page which has links to see other years within the decade, the list you are about to see involves no judgment or pricing data, but rather simply ranks the universe of d. When they arrive, they are shocked to discover that superman s coffin is empty. The death of superman is a crossover story event featured in dc comics superman related publications.
Superman comic books zero hour faq frequentlyasked questions about zero hour. Each page is a full page shot of the intense battle. Every comic book has a area on the first page all the way at the bottom that lists information such as, issue number, print date, publisher etc. You can find out values of action issues by clicking here. Amazing spiderman comic price guide sell my comic books. There are actually several comics labeled funeral for a friend. What is the value of a 1993 superman comic funeral for a. As superman and doomsday pummel each other, hey strike each other with so much force that the shockwaves from their punches shatter windows. Death of superman promotion of 1992 mile high comics. Superman, national comics publishing canada, superman, simcoe canada, superman, whitman usa close please fill out the following form to report an issue missing from the database. Kennedy, who was tragically assassinated 51 years ago today.
Most comic fans know that superman actually began life in action comics. The completed multiissue story arc was given the title the death and return of superman the storylines premise is as simple as its title. Adventures of superman 507 a, dec 1993 comic book by dc. With that caveat stated, without further ado, here is a list of 50 important comics from the 1990s.
Determining the value of a comic book is not always easy, as the factors that influence it are subjective and liable to change. Written by dan jurgens, karl kesel, louise simonson, roger stern. Superman 77 in modern age superman comics for sale ebay. A new bloodsport makes his debut in metropolis, this time targe. Lex luthor has a sparring session with his karate instructor sasha. Lois lane is dubious, but has to learn the truth for herself. The end funeral for a friend dc comics comics march 1, 1993.
Jan, 2017 so essentially, you should think of this list as just one more tool in your toolbelt of researching key comics from 1993. The end funeral for a friend dc comics comic march 1, 1993 by dan jurgens author. The death of superman set comics general cgc comic. May 28, 2008 ah, the death of superman setman, i have all of them up to the black bag issue i have 9 copies of that and then funeral for a friend set and finally the white bag got 7 copies of that and the four new supermans launched from each of the four superman titlesthese all are pretty much worthless. So figure how my step brother had issues 117 then 21 thru 34 of superman in mint condition in a box along with batman 1 22 all in mint condition and he ran from the government for tax reasons, got very ill and passed away, and they are. Death of superman comic book value price guide comics watcher. This is a highly desirable early spiderman comic book that seldom turns up clean, thanks to the lighter color cover. Rumors and reports begin circulating that superman has returned to metropolis. Comic book value guide how to value your comics in 3 easy steps. There are four contenders for the superman shield active in metropolis.
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